Lighthouse Tourism in India
Source: PIB
GS III: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilisation of resources, growth, development and employment
Overview
- News in Brief
- About Light house Toursim
Why in the News?
Plans afoot to boost Lighthouse Tourism in India.
News in Brief
- Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal chaired a Stakeholders Meeting to boost Lighthouse Tourism in Vizhinijam, Kerala today.
- Organised by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships – an organisation under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Govt of India, the meet was aimed at conceptualising & strategising to showcase the unique tourism potential of lighthouses as spots of historical, cultural and scenic confluence.
About Light House Tourism
- To enhance the visitor experience, several tourism facilities have been developed at Vizhinjam Lighthouse.
- These include a children’s play area, an acupressure pathway, and a musical fountain.
- A lift facility has been installed, enabling access for persons with disabilities and senior citizens to enjoy the panoramic view from the top of the lighthouse.
- Additionally, selfie points with animal statues, a cafeteria for tourists, and a gazebo for relaxing have been added, making Vizhinjam Lighthouse a more attractive and accessible destination for all visitors. Battery operated cars are also being put to use for ease of transporting, especially for the elderly and specially abled tourists.
- With the addition of new facilities, the average monthly footfall of around 15,000 is likely to surge in the ensuing months.
MIV 2030 initiative
- Under the visionary MIV 2030 initiative, the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships (DGLL) is actively promoting lighthouse tourism across India.
- This initiative aims to revitalise existing lighthouse facilities by repurposing them for alternative uses, including the development of heritage and maritime museums.
- Notable transformations include lighthouses in Chennai- Alleppey, Kannur; Vizhinjam, Thangasseri, Vypin in Kerala & Chandrabhaga in Odisha.
- Furthermore, the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 seeks to develop lighthouses as tourist spots, fostering local economies & promoting cultural exchange.
- This initiative will help the Indian tourism sector.
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